Latest Reviews 13-19 August 2012 

This Is the SixWhile She Sleeps
Yorkshire rockers deliver on all of the hype that’s been directed their way.reviewed by Raziq Rauf

TracesKarine Polwart
An album that will live long, an album to live with, and live in.reviewed by Jude Rogers

I Was a Cat from a BookJames Yorkston
The emotion and honesty on display are qualities that will never go out of style.reviewed by James Skinner

Sod in the Seed EPWHY?
A six-track tour of WHY?’s wicked, warped and wonderful world.reviewed by James Skinner

Just Tell Me That You Want Me: A Tribute to Fleetwood MacVarious Artists
A well-compiled covers set with some true standout interpretations.reviewed by Mike Diver

Enjoy It While It Lasts Spector
There’s just about enough here to justify Spector’s confidence.reviewed by Tom Hocknell

30 - Real World at WOMADVarious Artists
A double-CD set that superbly showcases this label’s remarkable history.reviewed by Robin Denselow

Cheek Mountain Thief Cheek Mountain Thief
Strange and otherworldly, this labour of love gradually finds its way into your heart.reviewed by Mike Haydock

The RemedyKarima Francis
There may not be a more personal album released in 2012.reviewed by John Aizlewood

Going Blank Again: 20th Anniversary EditionRide
Where the Oxford band established their own identity in no little style.reviewed by Ian Wade

The Kinks at the BBCThe Kinks
A revealing monument to the genius of one of Britain’s greatest bands.reviewed by Paul Whitelaw

The Secret Life of UsJoey Negro & The Sunburst Band
A beautifully realised fourth outing for Dave Lee’s disco-heavy big band.reviewed by Daryl Easlea

Stronger Than RomeoThe Brilliant Things
A play-it-safe debut from the Irish trio, though not without its charms.reviewed by Al Fox

To the FlyOris Jay Darqwan
Overdue debut album from the influential Sheffield producer.reviewed by Ben Arnold

Didymoi DreamsSidsel Endresen & Stian Westerhus
An enthralling collaboration between the vocalist and guitarist.reviewed by Peter Marsh